DIY White Concrete Table w/ Live-Edge Maple Inlay (using GFRC mix) - How To Make

[@modustrial]

Leave a comment and let me know if you'd like to see a build video for a matching white concrete coffee table using "just-add-water" GFRC mix and easier-to-make wood base. If you ask for it, I will build it :)

[@modustrial]

That would be a massive project, but pretty darn cool!

[@modustrial]

That would be very cool. I actually have a video for waterfall concrete countertop with integrated LED lighting which is in production now (preview pics on Instagram, if you interested). As for integrated sinks, I made two countertops with integrated sinks for my bathrooms, but alas, it was before I started recording my builds. At some point I will go back and do some quick videos showing past builds.....

[@metals2546]

Would love to see a video using "just add-water" GFRC. I need all the help I can get. Wonderful finished product. Just subscribed.

[@modustrial]

My new-ish video for the concrete coat rack uses the just-add-water mix. Check it out if you haven't already!

[@tinoboy7841]

hey man very cool! ow did you glue the wood to the concrete in the end??

[@cmclaren7]

This was it! This was the project that got me hooked on everything else you've done. I'd never seen white concrete before and never combined with wood. It is a stunning piece. I dream of having a kitchen count done like an expansion of this project. That would give me a cutting board to die for!

[@sonjanielsen5766]

I have done some woodworks in the past but this woodwork plan kzbin.infoUgkxZF0EMnrujZvqHhGkxiz559uIABJWR9TG helps me do much in a far lesser time than i used to do i have already built several projects with this plan and i intend to do many more soon. Thank you so much!

[@silverthunderbird]

The tip for using the cake tool to smooth the caulking was worth the price of admission alone. What a cool idea. For those that didn't catch the name of the tool, it's a "fondant ball tool", and Amazon has them. Nice work!

[@modustrial]

Nothing2cHere glad you found it useful! I can't take full credit for the idea, since I got it from a video by concrete countertop institute (if you search for their video on how to caulk a form, it is worth a watch).

[@modustrial]

Nothing2cHere ps there is actually an Amazon link in the description for the fondant. If you use that link to purchase, it helps to support my channel :)

[@clockmakerify]

An elegant example of the fact that the cost of the material does not determine the result, but the originality of the idea and the hands that grew out of the right place.

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@mattmelchi1683]

I really enjoyed your video. When I first saw it, I was thinking countertop with built-in cutting board, not beautiful side/end table. This video is definitely going into my 'ideas' folder! Thanks.

[@modustrial]

Thanks! I actually just helped a friend do exactly what you were thinking with a cutting-board style inlay (walnut, maple, and purpleheart). There are some pics on my Instagram if you are interested.

[@maxdondada]

Modustrial Maker You Sir are an artist. The table looks like a million bucks. Hats of to you.

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@MakeSomething]

This is beautiful! Well explained and loved the tip with the cake tool! Really diggin' your videos!

[@modustrial]

Make Something Thanks! I've been a fan of your channel for some time, and I think the recent wall art is your best work yet.

[@j_bailey11]

Make Something it looks awesome but oje question isn't it super heavy?

[@حراماتالتعببيهم-خ8ط]

Modustrial Maker 😂😂😂😂

[@markdelgado7119]

Make Something O

[@modustrial]

It is about 25 lbs. Definitely not lightweight, but manageable...

[@jova7677]

I think it is safe to say I have finally found my favorite DIY person. This table is beautiful. Your videos are so informative and clear. I'm never left confused after watching. So far I have only watched a couple, but love every one of them. And I can't wait to hear about the new products you were talking about. So happy I found your videos on here today.

[@BruceAUlrich]

What a fantastic looking table! Really love that spalted wood with the white concrete. The hint about using that tool with the caulk was really a good one. Thanks for passing this along. Subscribed!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Glad you like it.

[@BERNDWERK]

Never seen white concrete before. Fascinating and beautiful! Looks like ceramics.

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

This came out really beautiful! great job

[@modustrial]

Thanks much!

[@b.l.1414]

I love your work sir. You're a good sport despite some of the rude/annoying comments left by some people. Thank you for inspiring us all with your creativity. I look forward to your future projects.

[@modustrial]

Thanks! I think some people just have a different idea of constructive criticism :)

[@davep.751]

Those lines are amazing. Great tip!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Yea, once I figured that out, all other techniques seemed like a huge pain. I love something where you can be as sloppy as you want, and the tool does all the work for you.

[@sathish85295]

please tell me the name of that tool??? :)

[@gtb_greedy7208]

Sathish Kumar cake decorating ball tool

[@BDJappe]

I just finished the moulds for a concrete project this weekend. It’s late here but I had to trie the ball-method for the silicone. I ordered the ball tool earlier this weekend and got some cheap antique wax. I tried it on the outside and came back after dinner. I can confirm. It is far out the easiest and cleanest way to apply the silicone. A year ago on version 1 I used a coffee-spoon and painters-tape. But due to the raised lip after pulling the tape, the silicone got stuck in the cement. Also depending on the angle of holding the spoon I got different thickness/radius. This never really cleaned up well. Now it’s just super smooth and equal all the way. Even the corners are perfect. (I did use a tiny amount of dish soap on the rag I used tho clean my tool with, I think it helped me in the corners)

[@modustrial]

Glad it worked well, and that is an interesting tip for the dish soap. Going to put that one in my bag of tricks for later!

[@Autism_Forever]

Wow ♥ beautiful and flawless up to the point that it's hard to believe this is concrete :)

[@modustrial]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@thejasonrk]

never knew you could make smooth bright white concrete, this gives me so many ideas and will likely take the place of my planned marble countertops

[@modustrial]

Yea, GFRC is some really great stuff! I definitely recommend doing a small pour (like a side table) so you can get a feel for it, before doing a countertop, but it is a totally doable project. Let me know if you have any questions, and if you share pictures of what you make, I'd love to see them.

[@VWBUSman67]

Safety tip... you shouldn't use gloves while operating your table saw or miter saw... if you ever have an accident, you may loose a finger, but with gloves on... the blade will grab the glove and you will loose your hand.

[@modustrial]

Thanks for clarifying. I mentioned this mistake in my latest video (for the concrete wall art) to set it straight. For some reason, I was told to wear gloves for safety reasons when I started, but the KZbin universe has now set me straight :)

Thanks for this tip

[@justgonnastay]

*lose

[@Oduncukiz]

My friend used router table with steel gloves and lost 3 fingers. Gloves stucked in to the spinning blade and smashed the fingers.

[@modustrial]

Eek! I've now discontinued use of the gloves, thanks to advice from folks here....

[@diydaveman]

This white concrete is beautiful! After watching your video I am considering building a round, white concrete gas fire pit. Thank you so much for sharing your work!

[@modustrial]

Thank you! Make sure to check out the video I did with Modern Builds (on his channel) -- we made a white concrete fire pit very similar to what you describe.

[@coisasdaluisa]

Great idea, the video was well explained and the result beautiful!

[@modustrial]

Thanks much!

[@akidforever92]

that is super clean, love the contrast of natural and synthetic

[@modustrial]

Atif Hassan thanks!

[@modustrial]

+Atif Hassan thank you!

[@yanivbitan4768]

Subscribed!! Now all you need to do is to keep those gooood videos up

[@modustrial]

Thanks! I'll do my best :)

[@bethieg1387]

Absolutely love the white and wood combination! Stunning!

[@modustrial]

Thanks Beth!

[@BillSinWorkshop]

Very informative video Mike and the result is perfect. You think that is marble and not concrete at the end. Very cool

[@modustrial]

Thanks! That was the look I was going for, so glad you shared the vision.

[@BruceAUlrich]

Yeah, when I saw the thumbnail, I thought it was marble.

[@davewozere2k9]

That cake tool and peeling off was a touch of genius!

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@davewozere2k9]

Modustrial Maker you could probably rebrand and market it in the DIY market. A package with some wax, silicone, cloth, roller etc.

[@modustrial]

Good thought!

[@Junkotherstuff]

9:19 "A friend of mine who I work with who's a fellow patent attorney, actually does steal work." LOL

[@modustrial]

Us patent attorneys are the creative ones from the lawyer ranks ;)

[@SirSpinalColumn]

Junk & other stuff ironic statement five 🖐

[@modustrial]

Leave it to you KZbin to catch this play on words -- perhaps I should have just said "welding" :)

[@rtalbot9595]

Thanks for the suggestion to use a fondant tools to finish the silicon and round the edge of the concrete. We didn't have one, so I rounded the end of a short oak dowel, sealed and waxed it just in case. I'm building something similar, great tutorial overall ... thanks!

[@modustrial]

I would love to see pictures of what you make. If you tag me on Instagram or send me an email (link the "about" tab on my KZbin channel), that would awesome.

[@ValerioFanelli]

You look like Dexter (with dark hairs), and your room too! :) Good Job!

[@modustrial]

Hah! Yes, working in a basement storage area adjacent to neighbors, I had to use plastic sheets to control dust. Didn't make the Dexter connection until the KZbin universe pointed it out :)

[@dianerydin5120]

DUDE...... This table is beautiful!!!! You are sooooo talented!!!

[@modustrial]

Thanks Diane!

[@modestmaking5314]

Really smart caulk trick!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! I might be popularizing it, but credit is due to Concrete Countertop Institute for discovering it. If you plan to use it, definitely check out their video on how to caulk a mold. It is a simple process, but watching their video was still very helpful to me.

[@modestmaking5314]

Good to know and I like that you give kudos to the video you found it out from. I respect that.

[@modustrial]

It is just the golden rule - when I have new ideas and share them on KZbin, I hope others will do the same :)

[@bean5423]

The quality of your video production has improved greatly! This project was very easy to follow and I can't wait to give this a try myself!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Feel free to reach out if you need any help. I've also got an instructable up with more details on the project. www.instructables.com/id/DIY-White-Concrete-Table-W-Live-Edge-Maple-Inlay/

[@hunterfergie1292]

Puma should sponsor you ;)

[@modustrial]

I'm all for it! Can you make the introduction? ;)

[@modustrial]

I wear Puma shoes throughout most of my videos, but I just realized you weren't talking about the shoes...LOL. Maybe I'll do some DIY plumbing videos in the future....

[@torquilh]

hahahahaha :-)

[@josephb3147]

I get a WOT security warning when I click the like for GFRC

[@JedidiahShultzIrishCraftsman]

Whoa!!! Super awesome and why a great tutorial! Fantastic job brother!!👊👊😊

[@modustrial]

Thanks, much appreciated!

[@matthieucoulter2750]

I follow a lot of concrete DYI channels, and have a particular interest in GFRC. I was 2 minutes into your video and had subscribed. Very well done video, nice editing, great explanations. Look forward to looking through more of your stuff. Thanks!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! I'll have a more detailed video dedicated to GFRC mix itself at some point in the near future.

[@justinminer5120]

Anyone else get goosebumps when first seeing this guy use gloves on the table saw??

[@modustrial]

I actually thought I was being safe -- I'm totally self-taught. After researching a bit more, it looks like the consensus is that gloves create more danger than they alleviate. I'll have to include a PSA in my next video during the table saw shots (it is already filmed).

[@joshh9395]

Modustrial Maker I always enjoy when DIYers make comments on being safe. It doesnt take much to get a serious injury! Eye and ear protection, no loose clothing or jewelry, no gloves, dust mask as needed.

[@gdfggggg]

Made my sphincter twitch to be honest...

[@modustrial]

Slashley gibbins lol, made a PSA in my next video....hopefully others learn from my mistake without losing fingers!

[@Noo795]

Nope. Gave no shits.

[@Xlaxsauce]

Remember when my dad started making those back in the 90s. didn't take long for too see a lot of other companies and people make them

[@jp8479]

please make more concrete projects and get really into detail about the mix which is the hard part.

[@modustrial]

I definitely plan on it. I do have one concrete video that is done with just regular old concrete that has already been filmed and will be out soon. After that I'm planning a simple GFRC project where I'll have time to go into the mix in more detail. I also plan to do a written tutorial on my website (modustrialmaker.com), which will likely get done before the full video. Check there over the next month, and it should be up (or if you like, I've set up an RSS feed for the website).

[@modustrial]

Circling back on this, I've got a few more videos up with more details now.

[@karimareyes3992]

this is breath taking

[@istegalkarl]

did i just watch a crime scene? good work though, dexter ;)

[@modustrial]

+.Renato. ha, thanks! Just started building some real walls, so the sheets will slowly be disappearing from future videos :)

[@morenaczarnecki5066]

anytime you can make concrete look like carrera marble you have a winner!

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@babybosstm5493]

your camera is far away

[@onmywaymj]

This is digital gold my boy!🎉 definitely subscribed 💯

[@lancefron1]

So many excellent ideas here to ensure professional finishes.

[@alastairleung1883]

This turned out beautifully !! Would love to see an outdoor furniture set styles around the same design. Nicely paired with the black steel legs.

[@Toddyb81]

Great video! I love the idea of using the cake decorating tool. It's good to see someone spending a lot of time preparing and cleaning the contact surfaces....a very underestimated process which greatly improves the finished product! Keep the projects coming, I'm loving your work!

[@modustrial]

Toddyb81 thanks! Yes, with concrete the old saying "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" is most definitely true!

[@georgikolev7845]

I like your project so much, so I tryed to make it myself. Thank you so much for all the useful info you share, without it it wouldn't be possible for me!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions along the way 😀

[@mujkocka]

Love that trick about the caulk line!

[@modustrial]

Glad you found it useful. I got it from a video posted by Concrete Countertop Institute. Definitely check out their video as they go into a lot more detail.

[@yochai1987]

Great and fresh content, nice quality shots and good pace, keep it up!

[@modustrial]

Thanks much!

[@Randios187]

Your projects are very unique. I love your style!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Glad you enjoy them.

[@willr322gt]

This is a beautiful peace of work! Love the contrast between the wood and the concrete! Great job!

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@JeffCrowell11]

Excellent project and great production.

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@TuathaTuna]

Adore this. Thinking about making a concrete top that will be apart of a Green Egg outdoor kitchen for my Pops. Perfect for a removable cutting board idea as well. Thank you!

[@jimmymontenegro8517]

Bonito trabajo. Vi este video antiguo, en esas instalaciones antiguas. Me alegra ver cómo haz prosperado con tu esfuerzo y talento.

[@imrankhan373]

What a extreme work, We have many ideas for doing similar work.

[@auroradrp]

Seeing your creative work was a treat. I'm on board and looking forward to seeing more. This table will definitely be on my list of diy projects. Thanks.

[@modustrial]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! I'd love to see what you create.

[@CrazyCoupleDIY]

Man that really looks awesome, you just gave me some ideads :)

[@AntonPotapenkoQW]

Thank you for this great tutorial, I would love to try it myself. I find these type of tables look great with roughness of the wood contrasts with immaculate quality of the concrete, here you see concrete is quite rough as well which looks like the cause of use of silicon. Liked.

[@modustrial]

Thanks much! I would love to see what you create if you give it a try. Just shoot me an email with pictures or tag me on Instagram: @modustrialmaker

[@AntonPotapenkoQW]

I tryed, I sucked! It's hard :(((

[@wildcharm911]

Really nice! Great craftsmanship!

[@modustrial]

wildcharm911 thank you!

[@cranborile]

Great work Dexter! 😉👍

[@modustrial]

Ha, thanks! Living in the heart of Chicago, I'm lucky to have "the dungeon" in my basement. I have a bit of garage envy when I watch other people's videos, but don't want to give up the city life....

[@mrigankalean]

This was a treat to my eyes...I wish if I could make something half as good as yours...

[@modustrial]

Thanks! It really isn't too bad, I only started working with concrete as a hobby a couple years ago....don't be afraid to give it a try :)

[@jaxbrewery]

Fantastic video! Great looking table.

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@alanm.4147]

A-MA-ZING work! Thanks for share! Hello from Brazil

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@btrflyt]

So beautiful. I would LOVE this as just a simple serving platter/tray. I wish I wasn’t afraid to use tools. Great job.

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@dcast777]

Just found your channel, love the white concrete, looks almost like a white quartz or marble.

[@modustrial]

Thanks, glad you like it. I've got another twist on the white concrete in the pipeline...

[@AGlimpseInside]

Nice build brother. Great talking to you today at workbenchcon. Looking forward to your content!!

[@modustrial]

Thanks man! Same to you. Got a lot of videos to watch when I get back!

[@richruizthemadcreator4864]

Awesome video! I'm always looking for great info on concrete and yours by far have been the best!

[@modustrial]

Rich Ruiz: The Mad Creator glad you found it helpful. Definitely reach out if you need help with any of your projects.

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

Modustrial Maker hey, have you worked with adding minerals to change appearance of the concrete? I saw someone else's video where they added dust from turquoise, but was thinking about stuff that would make the appearance more like granite or quartz; something a little chunky (larger than dust) and sparkly, either mica chips or tiny diamond chips. If you have done something similar I'm wondering if it worked for you or not. I love this table, more industrial rural chic. Would look great in my Alaskan cabin. I have been planning on colored concrete slabs for counter tops, underlay for wood stove, and possibly even decks (wood decks are too common, but tile deck substructures are spendy and it would tie my interior space to my exterior space looking in or out through the French doors and have matching deck, kitchen counter, wood stove pedestal). Again, nice work, thanks for sharing.

[@modustrial]

No, I haven't seen that technique but will definitely check it out. I'm always searching for new techniques to mix into my builds. Would love to see what you end up making -- if you post photos to Instagram, please tag me so I can check it out.

[@RealSaladsamurai]

Modustrial Maker I found some colorful GFRC here. Not that I'd purchase here, but it's really interesting to see what colors are possible. www.concreteexchange.com/surecrete-colors/

[@modustrial]

I have used their colors and they are nice -- a bit overpriced in my opinion. If you were doing a coffee table, for example, it would be $50+ just for the pigment! But, they are very nice. Fishstone has nice colors for much lower prices: www.concretecountertopsupply.com/Category/Pigments Some of them are only listed on website in larger volumes, but if you are buying other supplies from them, you could give them a call and see if they would sell a smaller color pack size that isn't listed on the website.

[@tcpnetworks]

Nice job. I'm looking at making large study desks using the same method you show here. white concrete with a glass aggregate is an option. Steel frame to support the load.

[@modustrial]

Sounds like a cool design!

[@paulaugustine7790]

well explained mate !!! and just beautiful beyond words .

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@FlorencePiPropsandDolls]

OMG!!! got my like because of this silicone trick : O!!! very good !!

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@mrforensics88]

Thumbs up just for that caulking tip! Amazing

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@teleopinions1367]

I am not handy at all, but I really like the table. Aesthetically looks amazing, very polished, finished really well. Very good taste as well combining those material and the wood. And, Puma got a free advert as well.

[@modustrial]

Thanks much! And love my pumas 🤣

[@DoItProjects]

Dude, that is so hot! I don't think I've seen anything quite like this material before, and I learned a lot from the video. Great project!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Glad you like it. Got a second white concrete table video, with a waterfall edge, in the works, so stay tuned :)

[@thegaryjay_yt]

Wow. that is a beautiful piece. Very nice work!

[@modustrial]

Gary J Smith thanks much!

[@Dav4122]

That cake baller is a fantastic tip!

[@modustrial]

Glad you like it. I can't take full credit since I got the idea from a video by Concrete Countertop Institute (if you plan to use it, their video on how to caulk a form is worth a watch).

[@noahgoozy5712]

Couldnt find a video or anyone that could help me and tgis is exactly what i was looking for love it thank you for the video☺

[@modustrial]

Glad I could help :)

[@mellowfellow9]

COOL! cool trick with the silicone too!

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@workinprogress5936]

That's awesome makes me wanna try doing this as my new counter top

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Would love to see what you create.

[@eagillum]

Is this foodsafe?

[@modustrial]

Yes, it is foodsafe

[@martinbaran5673]

Well done. Usually I don't leave any comments, but hands down you have some skills. Love the idea and design. ;)

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed.

[@whispmeaway]

He is built like a god!!!!

[@jo3lsilvaracidesigner946]

Nicely done! I love it!!!!

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@thehark6247]

that is badass, lotsa info in a short video.

[@modustrial]

Thanks much!

[@kangjohan78]

Wow. Looks almost like marble and such. Nice

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@myteaminc]

AWESOME IDEA!! Love it man

[@modustrial]

Carlos Carvalho thanks!!

[@DeksZagreb]

Amazing work, awesome art and technique, you really got a talent for extraordinary stuff.

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@abhishekgourav6144]

That looks classic....

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@jolierouge8332]

Inspiring -- also well presented.

[@modustrial]

Jolie Rouge thank you!

[@ZacJones]

Great video Mike! I've never seen white concrete before, looks super clean and modern. Thanks for sharing!

[@modustrial]

Thanks! I just checked out your channel. The fire pit build is pretty cool.

[@MarcinKos]

Super inspiring! Great job.

[@modustrial]

Thanks much!

[@LD-qj2te]

Awesome job and instructions

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@christinecahill2874]

Great project. Definitely thumbs up & subscribed! How could i not. Love it and im about ready to watch some more. Glad i stumbled upon your channel. Nice job

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Glad you've enjoyed it so far.

[@RandomChannel967]

OMG! That cake tool silicone tip is now my favourite thing on the internet!

[@modustrial]

ha, thanks!

[@RandomChannel967]

Thank you! I've been wanting to try my hand at a cast concrete project and I really like the look of this. I appreciate your content.

[@modustrial]

+RandomChannel967 no problem, glad you like it! If you make something I would love to see it...just tag me on Instagram ( @modustrialmaker ) when you share pics.

[@RandomChannel967]

Will do!

[@hybridamerica]

Fine job! Here, the only white cement is Lehigh portland cement type 1. I'm trying to find the right mix of sand to cement. I poured some small samples of this and they came out quite hard without adding any sand - but I'd like to do a countertop - and think that I probably need to add some for strength.

[@modustrial]

50/50 is a good place to start for sand/cement ... Try starting there maybe?

[@KingstonLaneWorkshop]

Superb finish.

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@EagleRun23]

looks good! lots of work but so worth it!

[@modustrial]

+EagleRun23 thanks much!

[@superiorbeing95]

This guy works quick

[@modustrial]

Ha!

[@if333]

Glad I stumbled across your channel - great build & explanation.

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@BenJacobs]

Very beautiful! Great instructional video!

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@JustBuildItCanada]

Very cool looking table.

[@modustrial]

Thank you!

[@SomeNameHere]

For the silicone lines , you could also take a Spreybottle with dishwashin soap-water spray it on the fresh silicone and deduct whats to much with the Stick of a Icecreame. thats how we do such things in Germany =)

[@modustrial]

Interesting idea, I'll have to try it and see how it works. (Over here we call this a popsicle stick, btw :) ) I bought a spray product (forgetting the name) that was supposed to do something similar, but it didn't work so well. Maybe the cheap and simple solution will be better.